BY BARRY WARNER Several years ago, activists and local officials maneuvered to preserve 25 acres of the historic Cropsey Community Farm in New City. Almost half of that area [12 acres] is currently farmed using organic and sustainable methods by the Rockland Farm Alliance, a participant in the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. The nonprofit […]
BY JOE KUHN The Black Bull Steakhouse, the county’s newest upscale eatery, is bringing the atmosphere and flavor of a New York City restaurant right here to Rockland. Opened in early 2018, Black Bull Steakhouse serves not just expertly prepared steaks, but also homemade pastas, fresh seafood, and top shelf wine. Founded by veteran chef Thomas […]
After a Pearl River hedge-fund operator was snagged for a Ponzi scheme years ago, Hector May, owner of a New City investment firm, warned investors to be even more careful when choosing someone to manage their finances. When James Nicholson was arrested in 2009, May warned, “but before you invest a million dollars, you do your […]
Muhlenberg College student Valerie Weisler of New City is one of the 10 recipients of L’Oreal Paris’ 2017 Women of Worth awards. The college sophomore will receive $10,000 to support her teen-empowerment organization, The Validation Project. Weisler says The Validation Project is focused on “showing teens that they have worth.” That’s been her focus since […]
BY COL. ANDREW J. SMITH Today I had a taste for something different: Kosher Deli. I remember so well the Maxi City Deli at the old Bradlees shopping center in New City, which, I suppose, I must use as a template for Kosher food. So I opted for the New City Kosher Deli on Main […]
BY BARRY WARNER Our Unsung Hero this week is Richard Willows, Volunteer Captain and Training Officer of the New City Fire Engine Company No. 1 and member of the Rockland Regional Technical Rescue Team. The volunteer training officer plays an essential part in the success and safety of everyone in the department. Continuing education is […]